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Newspaper

High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1926

Page

5

Advertising Representives and Departments Listed

Advertising Department and News Department sections named with business divisions. National representatives Frost Landis and Koba Bruns ek building 260 Park Ave New York and People's Gas building Michigan Boulevard Chicago listed.

Advertising News Business Department Frost, Landis and Koba Brunsek Building Park Ave New York People’s Gas Bulding Michigan Boulevard Chicago

Governor McLean Pleads Not Guilty to Nash County Speeding

Nash County courthouses hear Governor McLean plead not guilty to speeding charges. A court schedule follows as defense seeks alibi witnesses to support the governor’s account.

McLean Nash County

High Point Offers Reward for False Fire Alarm Convictions

The city will pay fifty dollars for a conviction of a false alarmist of fire. Officials expect that those convicted will not view the reward as a net gain and trust the courts to handle cases properly.

High Point

Bishop plans athlete Hall of Fame and street improvements

The plan of Bishop Manning calls for an athlete's hall of fame and projects a public worship concept. High Point's improved white way will be ready by February 1 with better lighting and attractive lamps. Q: Eliminate overhead wires and street posts in uptown High Point. Possible further steps include removing street cars and widening several business-area streets.

Manning High Point

President Out of Politics Rumor Flows From GOP Old Guard

Washington correspondent Robert Small reports that Republicans spread talk Coolidge may not seek a second term. The piece argues for a constitutional amendment to allow a president beyond four years and to remove the president from active politics.

Republican Party Coolidge Robert Small Washington North Carolina Small

Early Prophets on North Carolina State Growth

Dr. Hugh Williamson of the Holland Society surveys Western North Carolina rivers and cites 1812 remarks predicting North Carolina’s rivers limit large city growth while encouraging wealth through widespread manufacturing. He notes abundant water power, cheap provisions, and materials for mills and machinery across the state's middle and upper regions.

Hugh Williamson Holland Society of Sciences North Carolina Union

The Successful General Retires in China’s Turmoil

The piece notes recent retirements of Chinese war leaders following victories in Manchuria and elsewhere. It cites Feng and Chang, observes China’s leaders seek reform but fail to unite the nation, and concludes Chinese dislike for prolonged war hinders sustained military leadership.

Yellow Republic Manchuria China Feng Chang Kuo Joshua

Ochs Proposes Higher Advertising Rates for Newspapers

The New York Times owner Mr Ochs advocates higher ad rates arguing it would lift revenue while reducing page sizes and forest use. He notes Times costs about 14 cents a copy and suggests raising reader charges too, criticising waste in American journalism and advertising.

Ochs The New York Times American Newsprint Corporation Canada

New York Publisher Pushes Higher Advertising Charges

A New York publisher hinted at increased ad rates, suggesting higher charges for advertisers, a move seen as aligning with expanding publication reach and market demand.

Ashburn Pushes Gooding Bill to End Water-Rail Rate War

General Ashburn testified before the senate interstate commerce committee urging passage of the Gooding bill. He argued railroads unfairly fight water competition with long haul concessions, harming merchant marine and inland shippers. The measure aims to remove special rates to port cities and promote water transport while preserving rail profitability.

Ashburn Mississippi Senate Interstate Commerce Committee Jones

Loneliness Found in a Midwest Suicide Note

A man in a midwestern city killed himself, leaving a note about not standing apart behind masks. The piece argues loneliness is universal yet fuels art and heroism, framing hope in gradual progress toward shared humanity and brotherhood.

Brotherhood of Man

Ty tolerance and neighborliness as lasting ideals

The passage envisions a future where tolerance and neighborliness endure beyond empty phrases. It acknowledges enduring loneliness for some while promising a future with many true friends.

Still Rising Auto Accident Rate Hits 1924 Peak

Commerce department figures show a 1924 rate of 15.7 accidents per 100000 population, higher than ever. The piece asks what drastic steps are needed to reduce crashes and hints at potential wealth for finding an easy solution.

Commerce Department

Pittsburgh man plays checkers with wife ends in tragedy

A Pittsburgh man played his wife for two hours and lost every game. He then hanged himself in another room. The piece notes the humor and social commentary on domestic conflict and widows.

Pittsburgh

Good Roads Advocates Converge for Chicago Convention

About 30,000 highway engineers contractors and officials flood Chicago for a four day convention and exposition opening January 11. The American Road Builders association hosts sessions at Congress Hotel and the Coliseum hosts 400 exhibitors valued at over 2 million dollars. Prominent speakers include Charles Schwab Governor Small Governor Martin and Mayor Dever. The event aims to set attendance records and may surpass the 1923 Seville congress in size.

Chicago American Road Builders’ Association Congress Hotel Chicago Coliseum United States Bureau of Public Roads Charles N. Schwab Small Illinois Martin Florida Dever Thomas H. MacDonald U. S. Bureau of Public Roads C. H. Markham Illinois Central Railroad

Tampa Kiwanis Seek News Suppression Over Smallpox

Tampa Kiwanis club committee plans to appeal to four leading newspapers to suppress reports of smallpox cases in the city. Dr. EF C Levy, city health officer, cites 32 cases under his supervision with 27 found in Tampa since December 27, describing the situation as bordering on an epidemic.

Tampa Fla Tampa Kiwanis Club Civic Club EF. C. Levy Florida Levy

Services Are Held For Andrew S. Cain

Funeral services for Andrew Sherman Cain were held at Welch Memorial church at 2 o clock yesterday afternoon. Rev. T E Pierce and Rev Mr Harvey officiated with many friends and relatives in attendance. Pallbearers included W H Wilkins C W Hoover T Y Holcomb Raymond Archer J W Hughes and J M Ferguson. Flower bearers were Rosales Cain Clara Cain Helen Loman Beatrice Stroud Lulu Fowler Louise Pierce Fadine McDowell and Blanche Loman.

Andrew Sherman Cain Venable Street Welch Memorial Church T. E. Pierce Mr. Harvey W. H. Wilkins W. Hoover T. Y. Holcomb Raymond Archer J. W. Hughes J. M Ferguson Rosales Cain Clara Cain Helen Loman Beatrice Stroud Lulu Fowler Louise Pierce Fadine McDowell Blanche Loman

Trade at home drive lures High Point shoppers

The chamber of commerce praised its Enterprise ad promoting local trade and asked citizens to favor local merchants before seeking items elsewhere. Merchants Association secretary Reitzel thanked the chamber and said members will support the resolution by sourcing offhand merchandise locally. Citizens voiced approval of the home first plan stretching to professionals and services.

Chamber of Commerce High Point Secretay Sizemore Richard Reitzel Merchants’ Association

Rocky Mount man dies after freezing and paralysis

R. H. Moore, 65, of Rocky Mount, found in woods outside the city after seven days missing. Doctors fear amputation of both hands and feet as paralytic stroke and head injury are noted. watch and money untouched.

Rocky Mount R. H. Moore Moore

Schaefer Reclaims Billiard Crown in 1500-890 Win

Jake Schaefer defeated Edouard Horemans 1500 to 890 to reclaim the world 18.2 balk line billiards title in Chicago. He built a steady 16 inning performance, averaging 93 12 16, while Horemans failed to close the gap despite a 203 point best run. Schaefer next defends against Erich Hagenlacher, after a title dispute with referee J. Herbert Levis sparked the rematch.

Chicago Jake Schaefer Edouard Horemans United States Schaefer Horemans Erich Hagenlacher Schaefer-Horemans J. Herbert Levis

Greek Debt Note Advances Conflict in Funding Talks

A Greek delegation presented to the treasury a memorandum on Greece’s debt to the United States. A wartime credit of 56 million dollars was extended, but only 15 million was disbursed. Greece seeks resolution of claims before a funding agreement can be reached.

Washington The Treasury United States Greece

Sedgefield Lots and Funeral Services Sold for 13000

The sale of three Sedgefield lots totaling about 13000 featured county real estate activity yesterday. Individual transfers included Nutt, Donnell, Sutherland, and others with sums from 500 to 7500. Charles Edgar Scott died Tuesday. funeral held 3 PM with Rev Ruth officiating and camp pallbearers in attendance.

Sedgefield Chas. E. Scott Robert H. Nutt J. R. Donnell Ben C. Sutherland Morehead Township O. D. Nelson Carl Waldeimer Woodlawn Court W. H. Matthews Bruce Township Lester W. H. Warren J. E. Goolsby High Point Township A.S. Caldwell S. C. Clark J. L. Newton Palmer Cagle

Fight on Against Andersons Job Fight on Against Andersons Job

Three affidavits filed with the senate judiciary committee challenge Judge Harry B. Anderson’s Western Tennessee seat. They allege graft from bootleggers, leniency in prohibition cases, and a drinking habit since his 1929 appointment. Judge Anderson to be given copies and a reply opportunity.

Washington Senate Judiciary Committee Harry B. Anderson Western Tennesee R. B. Thompson Memphis Nelo Grandi Anderson Grandi Tennessee E. J. Heidel M. G. Grantham Coolidge

Manila Parties Agree on National Coalition

A conference of nationalist and democratic party committees in Manila signed a coalition pact to pursue an independent Philippine administration. It envisions a supreme national council, a permanent U.S. based committee, and an independent campaign to resist Congress limits on autonomy.

Manila Philippines Congress Philippine Supreme National Council United States

Moscow Bishops Form Temporary Council

Moscow bishops have formed a temporary higher church council, according to Izvestia, the state paper. The move signals an interim governing body amid ecclesiastical tensions in the capital.

Moscow Izvestia

General Interest In Radio Noted In Trade Figures

Commerce department figures show radio goods worth 8,936,565 dollars exported in the first eleven months of 1925, up from 4,950,746 dollars in the same period in 1924. Radio exports now make up 12 percent of the foreign electrical trade. A Berlin trade report notes 400,000 visitors attended a radio exhibition in that city.

Washington Commerce Department United States Berlin

Evelyn Nesbit Thaw Recovers After Suicide Attempt

Evelyn Nesbit Thaw will recover from her attempted death by ingesting disinfectant eight ounces after confessing she drank it while intoxicated. She told her physician she hoped the poison would end her life, saying she was full of gin beer and whiskey and drank it.

Evelyn Chicago Evelyn Nesbit Thaw Harry K. Thaw

Venice Honeymoon Tickets Bought By Jack P

A reader wonders if Venice was visited on a honeymoon while a party member says Jack P purchased all the tickets. The fragment hints at travel plans and payment by a single individual.

Venice Jack P

German French air experts resume talks on treaty limits

Paris January 7 The German and French aerial experts held a renewed conference. Germany pressed for removal of Versailles treaty restrictions on aircraft production in exchange for permission for Allied planes to fly over Germany.

Paris Germany

Annual Stockholders Meeting of Commercial National Bank

The annual meeting of the stockholders will be held in the Directors Room on Tuesday January 13 1926 at 10 o clock AM to elect directors and handle other business. Co H Marriner cashier. December 12 1925.

The Commercial National Bank Co. H. Marriner

Also Mentioned on This Page

High Point Enterprise PR. Bawley B. Terry Editor Adv. Mer Associated Press Baterea N. C National Advertising Representatives Gooding Lincolns Dantons Luthers St. Joans Good Roads Andrew S. Cain Guilford Charles Edgar Scott Taylor Street O. L. Ruth Holiness Church W. P. Moffitt C. H. Walton H. S. Harris W. R R. Stacey H. H. Stacey J. W. Saunders Helen Weant Lottie Bame J. R. Patterson N. M. Sexton Peter Krutitsky Tikhon Constantine Mohilev Boris Moszhaisk Vissarion Simbirsk Damian Pereyssalav Innocence Kamensk Oust-Medveditek Soviet Union Annual Stockholders’ Meeting J. N. Wright R. M. Cline W. J. Wright, Jas. Garner
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